Next Step
If you are looking for housing in the private rented sector, and cannot find the deposit that landlords ask for, then Nextstep could be for you. The scheme aims to help single people, couples and families referred by Reigate and Banstead Housing Department. It offers guarantees to landlords in place of a deposit. Nextstep serves the Reigate and Banstead Borough Council area.
Who is eligible for help?
· You must be referred from Reigate and Banstead Borough Council.
· Living in the Reigate and Banstead Borough or have a local connection, such as close family, or be working or studying in the Borough.
· In housing need, for example threatened with homelessness or in need of alternative accommodation.
· On a low income or receiving benefits.
· Little or no savings
· Capable of independent living.
What will Nextstep do for me?
· We will help find you properties and visit them with you.
· Offer your landlord, on your behalf, a guarantee up to the value of one months rent in place of the usual deposit.
· If required we will help with applying for social and housing benefits. We can also liaise directly with social and housing benefit departments on your behalf.
· We will provide on-going support for the first 6 months of your tenancy.
What must I do?
· A condition of tenancy is to keep to your tenancy agreement.
· Let the support staff know if there are any changes to your circumstances that will affect your tenancy, for example benefit changes or finding a job.
How do I apply?
Next Step is based at Hillbrook House. To find out more, please telephone us on 01737 378482 or email us at
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Case Study
In 2007 Alex, following a distressing family breakdown, came to Nextstep for Housing Options advice. At the time it was felt that Hillbrook House would be the best option for him as he had just turned 17 with no experience of living away from home. Alex lived at Hillbrook House for two years receiving extensive support with basic life skills and encouragement to continue his studying at college. He also engaged with Heads Together to address his emotional needs. For the last six months of his stay, Nextstep resumed their support concentrating on the challenges faced living in the private sector as opposed to a supported housing scheme. Suitable accommodation was secured and Nextstep along with a Hillbrook House Support Worker have continued to support Alex who is managing the tenancy well. He has recently passed his course at college, is actively looking for work and has rebuilt relationships with his family. He has made many friends and is now a much happier person.
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